Oakland Athletics

Ross Stripling delivered a masterful performance on Wednesday, tossing six scoreless innings and allowing just three hits with no walks while striking out two in a 4-0 victory over the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact: This outing was a significant improvement for Stripling, who entered the game with a bloated 4.98 ERA and five losses. His ability to avoid walks and limit hits in this game could be a sign of adjustments paying off, though his low strikeout total continues to cap his fantasy upside. Given his high 1.34 WHIP and modest 6.02 K/9 rate this season, fantasy managers should remain cautious. However, this start might warrant a speculative add in deeper leagues or at least a closer watch in his next few outings to see if this performance is the beginning of a trend or just a one-off.

Tyler Nevin contributed significantly in the Athletics' 4-0 win over the Pirates, going 2-for-4 with a home run, one RBI, and two runs scored.

Fantasy Impact: This performance underscores his solid start to the season, maintaining a .325 batting average through 25 games. Nevin's power stroke was on display with his fourth homer of the year, which is a positive sign for fantasy managers looking for more slugging from their corner infield spots.

Abraham Toro made his presence felt in the Athletics' 4-0 win over the Pirates, going 2-for-3 with a home run, a run scored, and an RBI.

Fantasy Impact: This performance included a critical home run that contributed to the team's victory. Toro's season has been a mix of modest achievements, maintaining a .264 batting average and adding his third home run of the season. His ability to connect and drive in runs, as seen in this game, could hint at a potential uptick in his power numbers, which would be a welcome addition for fantasy managers. However, his overall impact remains moderate due to his current hitting metrics, and while this game is a positive note, consistent production will be key for Toro to become a more reliable fantasy option.

The Athletics have optioned Ryan Noda to Triple-A Las Vegas. (Source: Athletics PR on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Noda has struggled this season, posting a .128 batting average in 30 games. The move to Triple-A will give him a chance to find his swing again before returning to the A’s at some point this season.

Brent Rooker is out of the lineup for the Oakland Athletics against the Pittsburgh Pirates Wednesday. (Source: MLB.com)

Fantasy Impact: Rooker will take a seat on the bench for general rest Wednesday, with Shea Langeliers occupying the designated hitter spot and batting cleanup against the Pirates for manager Mark Kotsay Wednesday.

JJ Bleday had a standout performance in the Athletics' 5-2 victory over the Pirates, going 2-for-4 with two home runs and three RBI.

Fantasy Impact: Prior to this game, Bleday had not homered since April 2. His fantasy potential is limited, particularly as part of the A's lineup, but he is worth monitoring in deeper formats after a game like this.

Esteury Ruiz went 1-for-4 with a double, an RBI, a run scored, and a stolen base in the Athletics' 5-1 win over the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact: While the double and stolen base added some fantasy value, his two strikeouts continue a concerning trend for the outfielder. With a .250 batting average and a .238 strikeout rate over 14 games, Ruiz's contact issues could cap his upside. However, his speed remains an asset, as evidenced by his fourth steal of the season.

Joe Boyle delivered a solid performance, allowing just one earned run on one hit and four walks while striking out four over five innings in Monday's 5-1 win against the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact: Despite a rocky season with a 6.08 ERA and a 1.65 WHIP, this outing was a step in the right direction. Boyle's ability to limit hits was a highlight, though his control issues persisted with four walks. His season-long strikeout rate remains decent at 9.5 K/9, suggesting he can be a valuable asset in fantasy leagues that heavily reward strikeouts. However, his high ERA and WHIP make him a risky play.

Shea Langeliers returns to the lineup for the Oakland Athletics against the Pittsburgh Pirates Monday. (Source: Oakland Athletics on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Langeliers is back after taking a seat on the bench for routine rest Sunday, batting fifth and starting behind the plate at catcher against the Pirates for manager Mark Kotsay Monday.

Seth Brown went 1-for-4 with a home run on Sunday against the Orioles.

Fantasy Impact: Brown hit his second home run of the season in the second inning to open the scoring. He is hitting just .200 at the plate as he remains in the middle of the lineup for Oakland.

Paul Blackburn allowed six runs on seven hits over four innings on Sunday against the Orioles.

Fantasy Impact: Blackburn struck out five, but allowed three home runs on the afternoon. He'll look to bounce back against the Marlins.

JP Sears endured a rough outing, allowing seven earned runs on eight hits and one walk while striking out eight over 6 1/3 innings in Saturday's 7-0 loss to the Orioles.

Fantasy Impact: This performance marked a significant setback for Sears, whose ERA ballooned to 4.64 from a previously more manageable figure. Despite a solid WHIP of 1.12 and a decent strikeout-to-walk ratio of 2.18, his season-long metrics like a 6.5 K/9 and a 4.95 FIP suggest that he might struggle to be a consistent fantasy asset. Fantasy managers should consider this start a warning sign and evaluate their reliance on Sears, especially in shallower leagues where pitching options might be more plentiful.

Mason Miller delivered a flawless performance, striking out two in a scoreless inning to notch the save in the Athletics' 3-2 victory over the Orioles.

Fantasy Impact: This outing continues a stellar season for Miller, who now boasts a 1.46 ERA and a 0.89 WHIP through 11 appearances. His remarkable 18.2 K/9 and 6.25 strikeout-to-walk ratio highlight his dominance and reliability in high-pressure situations. With seven saves and no blown saves to date, Miller is solidifying his role as a premier closer. Fantasy managers should consider him a top-tier option for saves and strikeouts, given his consistent ability to shut down opposing hitters and maintain impressive statistical thresholds.

Nick Allen went 1-for-3 with a solo homer in a 3-1 win over the Yankees on Friday.

Fantasy Impact: Allen kicked off the scoring for the A's with a solo homer off of Nestor Cortes in the third inning. The infielder is off to a slow start at the plate, hitting just .188 with one homer, three runs, and three RBI across 64 at-bats.

Alex Wood delivered a strong performance in Thursday's 3-1 win against the Yankees, allowing just one earned run on eight hits and two walks while striking out five over 5.2 innings.

Fantasy Impact: This outing represents a significant improvement, despite his season-long struggles with a 6.59 ERA and a 1.97 WHIP. His high BABIP of .430 suggests he's been somewhat unlucky this season, but his high walk rate isn't doing him any favors. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on Wood's next starts, as a continuation of this form could make him a viable streaming option if he can maintain this level of performance.

The Athletics called up Darell Hernaiz from Triple-A Las Vegas.

Fantasy Impact: Heraiz will fill the spot of Zack Gelof who was placed on the injured list. He should fill a depth role for Oakland.

Gelof was placed on the 10-day IL Thursday with a strained left oblique. (Source: Athletics PR on X)

Fantasy Impact: Gelof has had a disappointing start to the season, slashing just .196/.260/.337 this year. The 24-year-old was scratched from the lineup shortly before the start of Wednesday's game against the Yankees. Oakland recalled Darell Hernaiz from Triple-A Las Vegas to fill the roster spot.

Scott Alexander (ribs) is slated to begin a rehab assignment soon. (Source: Martin Gallegos on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Alexander will toss four bullpen sessions this week before heading out on a rehab assignment. He will likely need a few rehab outings before being activated.

Luis Medina (knee) is slated to begin a rehab assignment next week. (Source: Martin Gallegos on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Medina is set to throw four bullpen sessions this week before being sent out on a rehab assignment. The right-hander is currently on the 60-day IL and will need multiple rehab outings before returning to the team.

Ken Waldichuk (elbow) is expected to begin a rehab assignment next week. (Source: Martin Gallegos on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Waldichuck is slated to throw bullpen sessions with the team this week before going up on a rehab assignment. Fantasy managers should expect Waldichuck to need multiple rehab outings before returning from the 60-day IL.